E108 Honesty vs. Supportiveness — Which Matters More in a Relationship? (Why You Should Tell People What They Need to Hear)
Description
Sometimes what we need to hear isn’t what we want to hear. In this episode, we hit the streets to ask real people a simple question with a not-so-simple answer: Do you want a partner who’s more honest or more supportive? We break down why “being nice” can turn into enabling, how honesty can be delivered without cruelty, and where listening ends and solution-giving begins.
You’ll hear:
• Women (and men) weigh in on honesty vs. support — and why many still choose honesty
• How “kindness” can accidentally let friends self-destruct
• The difference between brutal honesty and caring honesty
• Practical ways to be both supportive and truthful without sounding superior
• Real stories: advice, accountability, and the moments we grow up
Takeaways: Honesty doesn’t have to be harsh to be helpful. Listen first, validate feelings, then offer solutions that respect the person you love. Support without accountability can keep people stuck; truth, delivered with care, helps them course-correct.
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